*Seller is motivated- Agents bring your buyers! Welcome to 1561 Lake Howard Dr, a piece of history nestled on an oversized corner lot with large fenced back yard in the heart of Winter Haven. The home sits along the picturesque Northern shores of Lake Howard, part of the "Chain of Lakes", and sought after community of Interlaken. The home offers an impressive 125 feet of LAKE FRONTAGE, ready for the addition of a custom boat dock to provide direct access for you to embrace the quintessential Winter Haven, Florida “Chain Life”. This 1920 home offers 5 bedrooms and 2 ½ bathrooms in the main house, with several “bonus” rooms that could easily be used as additional bedrooms or office spaces. The original southern pine and oak floors were refinished to their original beauty in 2023. Some of the additional updated features include NEW WINDOWS in 2017, NEW ROOF in 2018, interior and exterior paint 2018. All of the major components have been addressed, providing you the historic charm with newer modern conveniences. There is also a studio style guest room/apartment attached to the garage with a private bathroom and separate entrance with a screened in porch. The home is located within close proximity to top-rated schools, fine dining and shopping in the charming downtown Winter Haven, as well as recreational amenities that surround the area. Don’t miss your chance to own a piece of Winter Haven’s storied past- schedule your private showing today and start enjoying your very own front porch sunsets.
Sold
$515,000
1561 N Lake Howard Dr, Winter Haven, FL 33881
5beds
3,708sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
0.43 Acres lot
$513,200 Zestimate®
$139/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 22, 2025 at 09:30am
Listing Provided by:
Suzie Rudd 863-287-7861,
KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY SMART 1 863-508-3000
Bought with:
Suzie Rudd, 3305739
KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY SMART 1
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: P4930252
Originating MLS: East Polk


Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 13x17
Den
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 10x10
Dining room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 13x14
Family room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 21x10
Kitchen
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 13x12
Living room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 22x13
Office
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 15x15
Heating
- Central, Electric, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Closet
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, High Ceilings, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Vinyl, Hardwood
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows, Insulated Windows, Low Emissivity Windows
- Basement: Exterior Entry
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,970
- Total interior livable area: 3,708 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, On Street
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Rear Porch
- Exterior features: Irrigation System, Lighting, Private Mailbox, Rain Gutters, Sidewalk
- Fencing: Vinyl
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water, Lake
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water,Lake
- Waterfront features: Lake - Chain of Lakes, Lake Privileges, Skiing Allowed
- Body of water: LAKE HOWARD
Lot
- Size: 0.43 Acres
- Dimensions: 125 x 130
- Features: Corner Lot, Historic District, City Lot, Oversized Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 262819553673000290
- Zoning: R-1A
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco, Wood Frame
- Foundation: Basement, Crawlspace
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Canal/Lake For Irrigation, Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Winter Haven
- Subdivision: INTERLAKEN ADD
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Other fees
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
Other financial information
- Total actual rent: 0
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Asphalt
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Estimated market value
$513,200